NVIDIA Quadro FX 1500
NVIDIA graphics card specifications and benchmark scores
At a Glance
NVIDIANVIDIA Quadro FX 1500 Specifications
Quadro FX 1500 GPU Core
Shader units and compute resources
The NVIDIA Quadro FX 1500 GPU core specifications define its raw processing power for graphics and compute workloads. Shading units (also called CUDA cores, stream processors, or execution units depending on manufacturer) handle the parallel calculations required for rendering. TMUs (Texture Mapping Units) process texture data, while ROPs (Render Output Units) handle final pixel output. Higher shader counts generally translate to better GPU benchmark performance, especially in demanding games and 3D applications.
Quadro FX 1500 Clock Speeds
GPU and memory frequencies
Clock speeds directly impact the Quadro FX 1500's performance in GPU benchmarks and real-world gaming. The base clock represents the minimum guaranteed frequency, while the boost clock indicates peak performance under optimal thermal conditions. Memory clock speed affects texture loading and frame buffer operations. The Quadro FX 1500 by NVIDIA dynamically adjusts frequencies based on workload, temperature, and power limits to maximize performance while maintaining stability.
NVIDIA's Quadro FX 1500 Memory
VRAM capacity and bandwidth
VRAM (Video RAM) is dedicated memory for storing textures, frame buffers, and shader data. The Quadro FX 1500's memory capacity determines how well it handles high-resolution textures and multiple displays. Memory bandwidth, measured in GB/s, affects how quickly data moves between the GPU and VRAM. Higher bandwidth improves performance in memory-intensive scenarios like 4K gaming. The memory bus width and type (GDDR6, GDDR6X, HBM) significantly influence overall GPU benchmark scores.
Quadro FX 1500 Theoretical Performance
Compute and fill rates
Theoretical performance metrics provide a baseline for comparing the NVIDIA Quadro FX 1500 against other graphics cards. FP32 (single-precision) performance, measured in TFLOPS, indicates compute capability for gaming and general GPU workloads. FP64 (double-precision) matters for scientific computing. Pixel and texture fill rates determine how quickly the GPU can render complex scenes. While real-world GPU benchmark results depend on many factors, these specifications help predict relative performance levels.
Curie Architecture & Process
Manufacturing and design details
The NVIDIA Quadro FX 1500 is built on NVIDIA's Curie architecture, which defines how the GPU processes graphics and compute workloads. The manufacturing process node affects power efficiency, thermal characteristics, and maximum clock speeds. Smaller process nodes pack more transistors into the same die area, enabling higher performance per watt. Understanding the architecture helps predict how the Quadro FX 1500 will perform in GPU benchmarks compared to previous generations.
NVIDIA's Quadro FX 1500 Power & Thermal
TDP and power requirements
Power specifications for the NVIDIA Quadro FX 1500 determine PSU requirements and thermal management needs. TDP (Thermal Design Power) indicates the heat output under typical loads, guiding cooler selection. Power connector requirements ensure adequate power delivery for stable operation during demanding GPU benchmarks. The suggested PSU wattage accounts for the entire system, not just the graphics card. Efficient power delivery enables the Quadro FX 1500 to maintain boost clocks without throttling.
Quadro FX 1500 by NVIDIA Physical & Connectivity
Dimensions and outputs
Physical dimensions of the NVIDIA Quadro FX 1500 are critical for case compatibility. Card length, height, and slot width determine whether it fits in your chassis. The PCIe interface version affects bandwidth for communication with the CPU. Display outputs define monitor connectivity options, with modern cards supporting multiple high-resolution displays simultaneously. Verify these specifications against your case and motherboard before purchasing to ensure a proper fit.
NVIDIA API Support
Graphics and compute APIs
API support determines which games and applications can fully utilize the NVIDIA Quadro FX 1500. DirectX 12 Ultimate enables advanced features like ray tracing and variable rate shading. Vulkan provides cross-platform graphics capabilities with low-level hardware access. OpenGL remains important for professional applications and older games. CUDA (NVIDIA) and OpenCL enable GPU compute for video editing, 3D rendering, and scientific applications. Higher API versions unlock newer graphical features in GPU benchmarks and games.
Quadro FX 1500 Product Information
Release and pricing details
The NVIDIA Quadro FX 1500 is manufactured by NVIDIA as part of their graphics card lineup. Release date and launch pricing provide context for comparing GPU benchmark results with competing products from the same era. Understanding the product lifecycle helps evaluate whether the Quadro FX 1500 by NVIDIA represents good value at current market prices. Predecessor and successor information aids in tracking generational improvements and planning future upgrades.
Quadro FX 1500 Benchmark Scores
No benchmark data available for this GPU.
About NVIDIA Quadro FX 1500
The NVIDIA Quadro FX 1500 is an end-of-life workstation GPU in the Quadro FX Curie (x500) generation, built on the G71 chip using TSMC's 90 nm process. The die contains 278 million transistors over 196 mm², for a transistor density of 1.4M / mm². It was released on 2006-04-19, positioned between the Quadro FX Rankine and Quadro FX Tesla product lines. The launch MSRP was 699 USD. The database record for this card has no benchmark scores, no nearest rivals, and an avgBenchmarkScore of 0, so this analysis relies on the supplied specifications and the single percentile field.
Benchmark Performance
The avgBenchmarkScore field is 0, and the benchmarks array is empty. There are no deltaPct figures to quote because the nearestRivals array is also empty. That leaves the percentileVsAllGpus value of 50 as the only aggregate performance position in this database. A 50th percentile places the card at the midpoint of the tracked GPU population, meaning it is neither near the top nor near the bottom of the database's ordering.
Without measured scores, the usable performance indicators are the fixed-function throughput numbers. The card is rated for 5.200 GPixel/s pixel fillrate and 5.200 GTexel/s texture fillrate, using 16 ROPs and 16 TMUs. The identical pixel and texture rates show a balanced raster pipeline: neither pixel output nor texture sampling is dramatically favored in the design. For software that fits the card's feature set, those rates are the practical ceiling for resolution and detail.
The memory subsystem is a key constraint. The Quadro FX 1500 has 256 MB of GDDR3 on a 256-bit bus, with 40.00 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock is 625 MHz, which yields 1250 Mbps effective. That is a small amount of local memory, and it will limit scene complexity and texture loading far before raw fillrate becomes the only bottleneck. No core clock and no FP32 throughput are listed in the fact pack, so shader compute performance cannot be quantified from this record.
Power and Cooling
The TDP is 65 W, which is a modest figure. The suggested PSU is 250 W, so the rest of the system does not need an oversized power supply. The card uses no power connectors, which means all power is drawn through the PCIe 1.0 x16 slot. This simplifies installation in a system that already has a compatible slot and a 250 W-class supply.
The board is single-slot, so it does not require extra spacing beyond one slot. Its physical length is 173 mm (6.8 inches), and its height is 111 mm (4.4 inches). These dimensions allow it to fit in many tower and some compact workstation chassis. The absence of external power connectors is particularly practical for older systems where spare PCIe power leads are not available.
Ray Tracing and Feature Set
The rtCores and tensorCores fields are null, so the Quadro FX 1500 has no dedicated ray tracing cores and no tensor cores. Any ray tracing workload would have to be handled without hardware acceleration, and tensor-accelerated features would not be available. This is consistent with a Curie-generation design that predates those dedicated blocks.
The supported API list is DirectX 9.0c (9_3), OpenGL 2.1.2 (full), and OpenGL 3.x (partial). There is no Vulkan support. The display outputs are 2x DVI and 1x S-Video, which cover dual digital displays plus an analog output. The OpenGL 3.x support is marked as partial in the fact pack, so users relying on newer OpenGL features may encounter missing functionality.
How It Compares
The nearestRivals list for this product is empty. Because no rival names, scores, or deltaPct values are present, a direct numeric comparison to competing cards cannot be produced from this record. The only positional information is the 50th percentile and the product family lineage.
The predecessor is the Quadro FX Rankine line, and the successor is the Quadro FX Tesla line. The fact pack provides no numeric data for either, so they can only serve as generational markers, not as quantitative comparison points. In a database context, the absence of nearestRivals means this entry is not ranked against specific competition; the percentile value is the only available relative indicator.
Who Should Consider It
This card is for someone maintaining or repairing a legacy system with hardware matching its constraints. The 256 MB GDDR3 frame buffer and 40.00 GB/s bandwidth limit it to workloads that keep their working set within a small memory footprint. Software that targets DirectX 9.0c (9_3) or OpenGL 2.1.2 should run within the supported API level, while OpenGL 3.x support is only partial.
The 5.200 GPixel/s and 5.200 GTexel/s rates are sufficient for older, lower-detail workloads, but they are a hard ceiling for higher-resolution scenes and heavier texture work. At the display resolutions typical for a 2006-era system, the 256 MB frame buffer and 40.00 GB/s bandwidth can handle basic color and depth buffers. As texture sizes and scene complexity grow, the memory capacity and bandwidth become limiting factors quickly.
Because the card is end-of-life, this is not a recommendation for a new high-end build. It is a compatibility target for old workstations. The single-slot design, 65 W TDP, no power connectors, and 250 W PSU recommendation make it easy to install into an existing machine with a PCIe 1.0 x16 slot.
FAQ
Q: What API levels does the Quadro FX 1500 support?
A: It supports DirectX 9.0c (9_3), OpenGL 2.1.2 (full), and OpenGL 3.x (partial). The Vulkan field is null, so no Vulkan support is listed.
Q: Does the Quadro FX 1500 support hardware ray tracing?
A: No. The rtCores field is null, and the tensorCores field is also null, so there are no dedicated ray tracing or tensor cores.
Q: What power supply and power connectors does it need?
A: The suggested PSU is 250 W, and the card uses no power connectors. The TDP is 65 W.
Q: What is the memory configuration?
A: It has 256 MB of GDDR3 on a 256-bit bus, with 40.00 GB/s bandwidth. The memory clock is 625 MHz, or 1250 Mbps effective.
Q: What display outputs are available?
A: The card has 2x DVI and 1x S-Video outputs.
Q: Is the Quadro FX 1500 still in production?
A: No. Its production status is end-of-life, and it was released on 2006-04-19.
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